The nurse is assessing an adolescent patient to determine her relationships with others.Which nursing action is appropriate?

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Providing separate times to communicate with the adolescent and the parents is appropriate as it allows the nurse to gather information about the adolescent's relationships with others without potentially breaching their confidentiality. It also respects the adolescent's autonomy and privacy. Option A may not be appropriate as the nurse should prioritize the adolescent's right to privacy unless there is clear indication of harm or danger to self or others. Option C is not relevant to the assessment of the adolescent's relationships with others. Option D is not appropriate as it may increase the adolescent's anxiety and reduce their willingness to communicate.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Adolescent Patient to Determine Her